Ways to Save on Movie Tickets, Karaoke, and More in Japan
Moving to Japan can be expensive, so it’s no wonder that many new residents in Japan try to…
How to Shop Smart and Save Money at Japanese Stores
As soon as you arrive in Japan, you’re in for some major expenses, like renting a house, buying…
A Guide to Japanese Banking for Foreigners, From Opening to Closing an Account
Whether you’re a student or office worker, anyone starting their new life in Japan will most likely require…
Get Your Hands on Regional Specialties from All Over Japan with This Complete Guide to the Hometown Tax!
What if we told you that for as little as 2,000 yen, you can get meat, rice, seasonal…
Use Your My Number Card to Collect MyNaPoints, and Get Up to 5,000 Yen!
Have you heard about MyNaPoints? You may know about the My Number Card and cashless payments in general,…
Save Yourself Trouble and Money with the Foreigner’s Guide to Taxes, Health Insurance, and Pensions
Social programs in Japan are funded through such things as taxes (income, resident, etc.), health insurance premiums, and…
What Every Foreigner Working in Japan Should Know About Resident Tax
According to Japan’s constitution, every Japanese citizen must pay taxes. This also applies to foreigners living in Japan.…
How Much Does Life in Japan Cost? Let’s Look at Some Typical Monthly Expenses
Exactly how much does living in Japan cost? It’s said that life in the Greater Tokyo Area costs…
A Simple Guide to Japan’s Tax Hike From 8％ to 10％: What Was Affected and What Are the Exceptions?
On October 1st, 2019, the consumption tax rate in Japan increased from 8% to 10%. The Japanese government…